Overview
Steven Hendler, MD, is an independent gastroenterologist at Ascension Illinois in Des Plaines, Illinois. He diagnoses and treats gastrointestinal (GI) diseases and disorders in adults. Dr. Hendler listens to understand you and your health concerns. He takes the time to get to know you and your health history. Then, Dr. Hendler works with you to create a personalized care plan for your digestive health.
His clinical expertise encompasses Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), Diarrhea, Gas Bloat Syndrome, Gastrectomy, and Endoscopy.
Dr. Hendler is board certified in The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Gastroenterology and The American Board Of Internal Medicine - Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Hendler is currently accepting new patients.
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Locations
900 Rand Rd, Ste 120, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Additional Areas of Focus
Dr. Hendler has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Steven Hendler
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Steven Hendler?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Steven Hendler by calling their office at 312-767-3244. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Steven Hendler a top-rated expert for Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Steven Hendler is classified as an Experienced expert for Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Steven Hendler specialize in?
While Dr. Steven Hendler is a Gastroenterology, they have specific expertise in Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS), Diarrhea, and Gas Bloat Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Gastroenterology.
Does Dr. Steven Hendler participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Steven Hendler has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Superior Mesenteric Artery Syndrome (SMAS). You can view a list of Dr. Steven Hendler's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Steven Hendler accept my insurance?
Dr. Steven Hendler accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 312-767-3244 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
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- Angiodysplasia of the ColonDr. Hendler isExperienced. Learn about Angiodysplasia of the Colon.
- Attenuated Familial Adenomatous PolyposisDr. Hendler isExperienced. Learn about Attenuated Familial Adenomatous Polyposis.
- Bacterial GastroenteritisDr. Hendler isExperienced. Learn about Bacterial Gastroenteritis.
- Bile Acid MalabsorptionDr. Hendler isExperienced. Learn about Bile Acid Malabsorption.
- Childhood VolvulusDr. Hendler isExperienced. Learn about Childhood Volvulus.
- Chronic Erosive GastritisDr. Hendler isExperienced. Learn about Chronic Erosive Gastritis.

